Material Handler 2 (Forklift Operator)

Reporting to the Receiving Supervisor, the Material Handler 2 is responsible for accurate & timely material delivery to production lines and day-to-day receiving department activities, while working closely with both shop floor and receiving department staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive Packing slips
• Fulfill Kanban orders as required
• Pick material and deliver all production boards
• Generate and fill transfers
• Slab picking
• Aluminum picking
• PH tech picking
• Accurate cycle counting
• Cardboard recycling and golf cart driving
• Assist in other areas as needed
• Maintain cleanliness of working area
• Deliver product to various areas of the factory as required

• Valid Fork Lift license and previous experience required (1 year).
• Strong communication, customer service, basic mathematical, and organizational skills.
• Recognize unsafe conditions or hazards within the work area.
• Team player with a desire to get the job done correctly and on time.
• Flexible and willing to learn new functions within the receiving department.
• Ability to multitask and work under minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to accept a high degree of responsibility and work well under pressure.
• Computer skills are required.
• Ability to withstand very warm and very cold temperatures.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs on a frequent basis and do basic foot to metric calculations.
• Previous Crane experience is an asset.

The ideal candidate takes pride in his/her work, organizational skills, and attention to detail.  He/She appreciates an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility. He/She looks forward to learning on the job and being a contributing member of an effective team.